For 1990-2009 cars only
- Remove the engine front cover. Refer to Engine Front Cover Removal .
- Remove the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine Controls.
- Rotate the crankshaft so that the following conditions are met:
- Remove the 3 bolts and the upper chain guide.
- Remove the 1 nut and 2 bolts from the timing chain tensioner (1).
- Remove the timing chain tensioner (1). It may be necessary to slacken the timing chain by turning the intake camshaft (2) counterclockwise a little while pushing back on the tensioner pad.
- Hold the camshafts (2) with a wrench and remove the camshaft sprocket bolts.
- Remove the camshaft sprockets (1, 3) and timing chain.
- Remove the 2 bolts (1) and the side chain guide (2).
Important:
| • | The timing marks must be correctly aligned before disassembly in order to correctly install the timing chains. |
| • | Avoid turning the camshafts and the crankshaft once the timing chain is removed. Valve and piston damage may occur. |
| • | The keyway on the crankshaft (3) is properly positioned. |
| • | The arrow (2) on the idler sprocket is pointing to the crankshaft. |
| • | The marks on the sprockets (1) match up with the marks on the cylinder head. |
